Description

Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Methylbenzoate is a high-purity, versatile benzoate ester derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromine substituent and a methyl ester functional group, enabling precise molecular construction in complex organic syntheses. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable building blocks for developing active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the bromine atom allows for further functionalization.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the development of specialty chemicals for electronic displays and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: A valuable reagent in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and as a substrate for developing new catalytic methodologies in academic and industrial R&D.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of complex organic dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Methylbenzoate
CAS No.	99548-56-8
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO2
Molecular Weight	229.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-6-methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-6-methylbenzoate; 2-Bromo-6-methyl methylbenzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-bromo-6-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl o-bromo-m-toluate; 6-Methyl-2-bromobenzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Bromo-6-Methylbenzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.